1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1993 Holden Statesman is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,985 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Statesman weights approximately 805 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 1993 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 40 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2830 mm |
